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Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:
Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Quality Improvement Fellowship
Post-Graduate One-Year Training Program
Cincinnati, OH
Are you interested in developing your Quality Improvement (QI) skills to impact the lives of others? If so, the Quality Improvement Fellowship Training Program at Cincinnati Children's may be just what you're looking for.
Fellowship Overview
The Quality Improvement (QI) Fellowship Program offers a unique, one-year experience for early-career professionals with a master's degree (bachelor's degree also welcomed) that are passionate about improvement. The program cultivates leadership through real-world experience in quality improvement applying methodology to changing health outcomes, develops future Quality Improvement Specialists, and increases diversity from underrepresented groups in our workforce. Our mission is to create the next generation of leaders in Quality Improvement who will drive healthcare transformation locally and globally. The QI Fellowship will run from June 29, 2025 to June 19, 2026.
You can look forward to developing QI skills and participating in impactful training and projects. As a QI Fellow, you will:
Train in Quality Improvement methods (e.g., The Model for Improvement and Lean), Learning Health Systems, and participate in Anderson Center project reviews
Lead collaborative, cross-functional teams in executing high-impact projects that set the standards in healthcare improvement work.
Receive mentorship and coaching from Anderson Center leadership and Quality Improvement experts
About the James M. Anderson Center for Health Systems Excellence
The James M. Anderson Center for Health Systems Excellence was established to dramatically expand our work in transformational improvement, both within the Cincinnati Children's community and globally. Named in honor of the institution's former president and CEO, the Anderson Center shares ideas, knowledge, and data transparently and collaborates extensively to accelerate the reach and pace of our improvement. This is represented in our improvement efforts and support of 10+ Learning Heath Networks and creating leaders who will be the catalysts that transform the delivery of healthcare. Read more about the Anderson Center's featured research and publications here.
Example Project Work
Develop and execute a strategy resulting in over 40% reduction in hospital acquired conditions across 145+ children's hospitals
Develop a framework to reduce kidney rejection and improve blood pressure control in pediatric patients at more than 40 hospitals, representing >61% of children receiving kidney transplants in the United States
Develop and execute a strategy to reconnect members of the community without a medical home resulting in an 89% care gap closure, 4% decrease in the number of members who had not received well child checks, and an 8% increase in care management enrollment
Plan and create content for National Learning Sessions, where clinicians, quality specialists, and members of the community collaborate to share and spread learnings
From Past Fellows
Ngozi Ndekwu, MBBS, MHA
Post Fellowship Position: Clinical Quality Specialist, Cincinnati Children's
"The real-world experience gained through the fellowship directly contributed to my preparedness in fostering collaborative teamwork to close care gaps in my current role." "In addition to gaining hands-on QI experience, the fellowship provided valuable mentorship and opportunities to connect with experts in the field, helping me build a strong foundation for success in this role."
Kayla Wagner, MSBA
Post Fellowship Position: Analyst II, Data Science, Cincinnati Children's
"The Anderson Center's improvement work is very data driven so I was able to apply myself in analytics work toward the end of my fellowship while still using the QI fundamentals I had learned."
Areej Alwazani, MPH
Post Fellowship Position: Quality Improvement Specialist, Cincinnati Children's
"In addition to gaining hands-on QI experience, the fellowship provided valuable mentorship and opportunities to connect with experts in the field, helping me build a strong foundation for success in this role."
Jyra Lowrance, BS
Post Fellowship Position: Quality Improvement Specialist, Cincinnati Children's
"The Anderson Center teams fostered a welcoming atmosphere that equipped me with skills and insights I believe are unparalleled elsewhere."
Candidate Criteria:
Strongly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented groups broadly, and specifically within healthcare, such as diverse groups based on race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
A strong candidate will:
Convey how experiences working with, caring for or serving populations different from themselves have impacted how they approach their work
Have experience with data analysis and interpretations skills (e.g., bachelor's or master's degree in healthcare, engineering, computer science or math is preferred)
Demonstrate aptitude and interest in Quality Improvement methodology and a passion for improvement
Be new to improvement science (0-2 years' experience)
Have experience running an improvement project, a component of an improvement project (e.g., RCA), or relevant improvement certification or course (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, industry, RCIC)
Application Process:
Apply on Careers Site
Deadline: We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, beginning January 2025, and the application process will close when all positions are filled.
If you are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted by Human Resources.
Interviews include: Candidate submits brief video recording
Teams interview
Q&A Time with current fellows
Contact Us:
Please email Erin.Lutz@cchmc.org with your questions.
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Offices at Vernon Place
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Anderson Ctr Health Sys Excell
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
Salary Range
$52,104.00 - $63,960.00
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.
